# Dash for Michigan State University students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Michigan State University (East Lansing, Michigan) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Michigan State University. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/michigan/east-lansing/michigan-state
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at MSU

- Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to drop full-term classes with no grade ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/))
- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall break begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026: Fall break ends ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Wed, Oct 28, 2026: Spring 2027 enrollment by appointment begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/))
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026: Spring 2027 open enrollment begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026: University holiday closure begins ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026: University holiday closure ends ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Sun, Dec 13, 2026: Fall 2026 classes end ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams begin ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams end ([source](https://reg.msu.edu/roinfo/calendar/academic.aspx))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://d2l.msu.edu/)
- Student portal: https://student.msu.edu/
- 24/7 CAPS crisis counseling: Call 517-355-8270 and press 1. Crisis counselors are available 24/7. (https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/caps)
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Student mental health counseling, consultation and referral coordination. Call 517-355-8270 for appointments. In-person and virtual services are available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/caps)
- Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, academic records, transcripts, degree certification and related services. Call 517-355-3300. (https://reg.msu.edu/)
- Spartan One-Stop: Help with financial aid, registrar services and student accounts. Call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. Located at 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (https://onestop.msu.edu/)
- Office of Financial Aid: Current students can call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. In-person assistance is available at Hannah Administration Building, 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140. (https://finaid.msu.edu/)
- Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD): Call 517-884-7273. (https://uhw.msu.edu/about-us/contact)
- MSU IT Service Desk: Call 517-432-6200 or toll-free 844-678-6200 in North America and Hawaii. (https://d2l.msu.edu/)
- 24/7 interpersonal violence crisis hotline: Call 517-372-6666. (https://uhw.msu.edu/about-us/contact)

## About MSU

- MSU was founded on February 12, 1855, as the Agricultural College of the State of Michigan. ([source](https://msu.edu/about/history))
- Its first classes began in 1857 with five faculty members teaching 63 students. ([source](https://msu.edu/about/history))
- MSU’s East Lansing campus spans 5,200 acres. ([source](https://www.msu.edu/about/facts))
- MSU made the discovery that led to a cancer-fighting drug that has saved millions of lives. ([source](https://brand.msu.edu/storytelling/msu-history))
- Try the MSU Dairy Store’s ice cream, named Grand Champion in the 2025 American Dairy Science Association competition. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Climb Beaumont Tower on the first Wednesday of each month. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Cheer at men’s basketball games from the Izzone student section at the Breslin Center. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Take a stroll through the William J. Beal Botanical Garden. ([source](https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2025/09/must-do-spartan-experiences))
- Counseling and Psychiatric Services provides confidential counseling for students. ([source](https://msu.edu/campus-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does MSU use?

Michigan State University uses Brightspace (d2l.msu.edu). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at MSU?

Fall 2026 last day to drop full-term classes with no grade (Monday, October 19, 2026).

### When are final exams at MSU?

Fall 2026 final exams begin starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

### How do I contact the registrar at MSU?

Office of the Registrar: Enrollment, academic records, transcripts, degree certification and related services. Call 517-355-3300.

### Where do I get financial aid help at MSU?

Office of Financial Aid: Current students can call 517-432-8000 or email onestop@msu.edu. In-person assistance is available at Hannah Administration Building, 426 Auditorium Road, Room 140.

### Is Dash affiliated with Michigan State University?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Michigan State University.

### How do MSU students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at MSU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.

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**About Dash.** Dash is an AI sidekick for college and university students that you text over iMessage or SMS. It tracks every deadline and texts you before each one, answers questions about your campus, helps you study, and, with your yes, orders food, books things, makes phone calls and handles admin. Free to start. iMessage on iPhone and SMS on any phone. No app, no login. For students at colleges and universities in Canada and the United States. Dash never writes, answers or submits graded work. It explains, quizzes and plans. Dash is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by any college or university.

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